Police said three cars were targeted Wednesday morning and the crimes could be part of larger ring operating in the region.

One of the victims, Greg Parker, had to get four new tires and rims on his Honda civic after a theft Wednesday morning.

“My first thought was that it was stolen, and then they told me what had happened. I went out and luckily they were nice enough to put it on bricks so I didn't have to replace any rotors or caps,” Parker said.

Another theft occurred on Cadnia Road overnight into Friday, while a third theft occurred on Silver Street.

"They're taking stock wheels as well as aftermarket wheels. Some people will put custom wheels on their vehicle. Both of them prove to be valuable to these individuals in terms of resale value," said Lt. Maureen Tessier, of the Manchester Police Department.

Police said the incidents appear to be connected to a crime ring operating between Lawrence, Mass., and southern New Hampshire, and they're targeting more than just wheels.

“It appears that the individuals who are actually involved in these thefts are stealing vehicles to transport themselves and the stolen goods between New Hampshire and Massachusetts,” Tessier said.

Police are recommending that people engrave their wheels and tires to help identify items in case they're stolen.

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